A New Era for Arc Browsers: Onboarding Begins for Windows Users
After months of anticipation and demand from users, The Browser Company has finally announced that it is onboardings its first set of users for its Windows client. The Windows version of Arc is launching today as a beta version, marking a significant milestone in the browser’s history.
A Year of Rapid Growth and Development
The past year has been a whirlwind for The Browser Company. The company introduced an iPhone companion app for the browser in April, making it easier for users to save webpage pages in various workspaces and access them later from the desktop client. In May, they released a tool that allows users to tweak web pages and remove unwanted elements such as the user suggestion box on X (formerly Twitter).
In October, Arc browser finally published AI-based features like file and pinned tab renaming, a summary preview of a page, and access to ChatGPT through the command bar. Later that month, the company released a feature that lets users share their folders and spaces with non-Arc users and enable split views.
The Road to Windows: A Swift-Based Browser
The development of Arc on Windows was led by product engineering lead Alexandra Medway, former VP of Chrome Darin Fisher, and former Facebook engineer and Swift on Windows expert Saleem Abdulrasool. Alongside the development process, the company is also working on porting features like Peek (preview of a webpage on hovering) and Mini Arc.
While the Windows client may not have full feature parity with its Mac counterpart at launch, The Browser Company has been transparent about its efforts to bring the best possible experience to users. As they continue to work on bringing more features to the platform, it is clear that this is just the beginning of an exciting new chapter for Arc browser.
Onboarding Beta Users: A New Era for Windows Users
As part of its beta launch, The Browser Company will onboard a limited number of users throughout December and rapidly increase the invite roll-outs in January. With over 500,000 users on a waitlist, it is clear that there is significant demand for the Windows version of Arc.
The first batch of beta invites has already gone out to users who have been patiently waiting for this moment. For those who haven’t received their invite yet, rest assured that yours will come soon. You can keep an eye on your email inbox or check the official website of The Browser Company for updates on the rollout process.
What’s Next for Arc Browser?
As we look to the future, it is clear that The Browser Company has big plans for its Windows client. With a strong focus on innovation and user experience, the company will continue to push the boundaries of what a web browser can do.
Some of the features that users can expect to see in the near future include:
- Peek: A feature that allows users to preview a webpage by hovering over the tab.
- Mini Arc: A feature that lets users access their favorite websites and apps with ease, even when they don’t have enough space on their screen.
Conclusion
The launch of Arc on Windows beta marks an exciting new chapter for The Browser Company. With its focus on innovation and user experience, the company has set a high standard for web browsers. As we continue to follow the development process, it will be interesting to see what features and updates are in store for users.
For now, we can say that this is just the beginning of an exciting new era for Arc browser, and we look forward to seeing how the community reacts to the Windows client.
About The Browser Company
The Browser Company is a Thrive Capital-backed startup that has been making waves in the tech industry with its innovative approach to web browsers. With a focus on user experience and innovation, the company has already made significant strides in developing features like AI-based file and pinned tab renaming, a summary preview of a page, and access to ChatGPT through the command bar.
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